The Desert Rocker
La Rockeuse du Désert
Synopsis
The Desert Rocker is an intimate, witty and profound portrait of the extraordinary Hasna El Becharia, a pioneer Gnawa artist. The first musician to break through the social barrier of this culture, she empowers and inspires women of all ages by reclaiming a musical tradition reserved for men for centuries . A singularly talented artist, she leads women to redefine their roles and challenge cultural norms , one musical performance at a time.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
26th Arab Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sara Nacer
- Screenplay & Story
- Sara Nacer
- Original Title
- La Rockeuse du Désert
- Country of Origin
- Algeria, Canada, France
- Release Date
- 13/11/2022
- Spoken Languages
- English, Arabic, French
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- L’Équipage, Tribeca Film Institute, SONATRACH
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sara Nacer
Sara Nacer
Sara Nacer, Julie Lapointe
Department Leadership Roster
Sara Nacer
Director
Sara Nacer
Writer
Sara Nacer
Producer
Julie Lapointe
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Desert Rocker.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Desert Rocker
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Desert Rocker about?
The Desert Rocker is an intimate, witty and profound portrait of the extraordinary Hasna El Becharia, a pioneer Gnawa artist. The first musician to break through the social barrier of this culture, she empowers and inspires women of all ages by reclaiming a musical tradition reserved for men for centuries . A singularly talented artist, she leads women to redefine their roles and challenge cultural norms , one musical performance at a time.
Who directed The Desert Rocker?
The Desert Rocker was directed by Sara Nacer.
Who stars in The Desert Rocker?
The principal cast of The Desert Rocker includes Hasna El Becharia.
When was The Desert Rocker released and how long is it?
The Desert Rocker was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.